Evolution of Indo-Islamic Gateways and Mosques
Mughal and Sultanate Gateways: Builders and Locations
Alauddin Khalji built the Alai Darwaza, Akbar built Buland Darwaza, Shah Jahan built Moti Masjid in Agra, and Aurangzeb built Moti Masjid in Delhi.
Primary Reference: NCERT Class VII - Our Pasts II
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Exam Year
2006
Evidence Source
Link ↗Match list-I with list-II and select the correct answer using the codes given below the lists:List-I List-II A. Alai Darwaza, Delhi 1. Alauddin Khalji B. Buland Darwaza, Fatehpur Sikri 2. Akbar C. Moti Masjid, Agra 3. Shah Jahan D. Moti Masjid, Delhi 4. Aurangzeb
| List-I | List-II |
|---|---|
| A. Alai Darwaza, Delhi | 1. Alauddin Khalji |
| B. Buland Darwaza, Fatehpur Sikri | 2. Akbar |
| C. Moti Masjid, Agra | 3. Shah Jahan |
| D. Moti Masjid, Delhi | 4. Aurangzeb |
[U.P.P.C.S. (Mains) 2006]
Detailed Solution & Historical Context
Concept
Indo-Islamic and Mughal architecture follow a clear progression of stylistic and imperial shifts, from the robust red sandstone of the Khaljis to the refined marble of the late Mughals.
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Analytical Breakdown
Conceptual Deep Dive & Logic
"Why did Akbar build the Buland Darwaza?"
To celebrate his military conquest of Gujarat in 1573.
Examiner's Mindset & Pro-Tip
"The Alai Darwaza represents the first successful implementation of true scientific masonry in Islamic architecture in India."
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